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Wisconsin Groundwater Contaminated by Coal Ash, Says Study
Posted by Midwest Energy News: None Given on November 19th, 2014
Midwest Energy News: The "beneficial reuse" of coal ash, often touted as a way to keep the material out of landfills, is potentially causing serious contamination of drinking water in southeast Wisconsin and possibly across the state, according to a report released Tuesday by Clean Wisconsin.
By classifying coal ash as an “industrial byproduct,” as report author Tyson Cook says, companies are able to place contaminant-laden coal ash in the ground - as structural fill in and below roads, trails, parking lots, buildings,...
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Illinois Fracking Rules Could Be Strictest in the Nation
Posted by Midwest Energy News: None Given on February 19th, 2013
Midwest Energy News: Illinois legislators are expected to introduce a bill in coming days or weeks that would regulate hydraulic fracturing in the state.
Known as Democratic Rep. John Bradley’s bill, it is expected to be shaped by months of discussions that have taken place among environmental and industry leaders and legislators. Last year, legislation that started with support from both environmental and industry groups died after undergoing various permutations, including the addition of a two-year fracking moratorium....
Fracking Regulations Back on the Agenda in Illinois
Posted by Midwest Energy News: None Given on November 20th, 2012
Midwest Energy News: The debate over hydraulic fracturing regulation in Illinois will return to the front burner in coming weeks.
Fracking regulations will likely be discussed by state legislators either during a six-day veto session scheduled for Nov. 27-Dec. 6 or a short lame duck session in early January, if not both.
There is currently no significant fracking for oil or natural gas in Illinois, but over the past two years companies have acquired thousands of leases and laid the groundwork for exploration of...